Testing for Mould Service Sydney, NSW
Mould produces tiny particles called spores. Spores are carried in the air and cause health problems.
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Causes of Mould Growth
Causes of mould growth include:
- inadequate ventilation
- high humidity levels
- moisture and dampness
- rising and lateral damp
Mould also requires water, food, and oxygen to grow. It also requires an environment with a temperature it can survive. Mould needs these conditions before it can begin to grow:
- Mold spores
- A food source (eg wood, drywall, cotton)
- Darkness (mold can’t grow under ultraviolet light)
- Warmth (mold can’t grow in freezing temperatures)
- Oxygen
- Moisture (eg water leaks, humidity)
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Health Effects of Mould
Mould associated with damp buildings can trigger nasal congestion, sneezing, cough, wheeze, respiratory infections and worsen asthma and allergic conditions.
People who are more susceptible to these symptoms and other serious health effects include those with:
- weakened immune systems
- allergies
- severe asthma
- chronic, obstructive, or allergic lung diseases.
You should seek medical advice if you are concerned about the effects of mould.
Professional Mould Testing
We provide a professional service with qualified scientists undertaking testing and reporting. We are also completely independent and do not on sell any other services. This is a requirement if your report is needed in court and you also require an expert witness.
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Frequently asked questions:
Professional mould testing is carried out on surfaces and in air by using specialist test equipment, such as sieve impaction onto agar, and subsequent laboratory analysis.